West Mineral, Kansas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
West Mineral, Kansas (ZIP 66782): The Cherokee Zinc Company Superfund site is 8.7 miles away. This site contains dangerous chemicals that can be bad for your health. Avoid visiting the site. If these chemicals spread, they could affect the air you breathe, making it unsafe. They might also get into well water, making it dangerous to drink, and contaminate soil used for gardening. Always have your well water tested regularly. Children are more sensitive to these dangers, so keep them away from the site and any potentially affected areas.
Action Required
West Mineral (66782) Residents: To address local environmental concerns, connect with these organizations: See-Kan Rc&D Project Inc (Environmental): This group can assist with environmental initiatives. Southeast Kansas Recycling Inc (Environmental): For recycling and waste reduction programs. Sperry-Galligar Audubon Society (Environmental): Focuses on bird and habitat conservation. For housing assistance, contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. Your concrete next step: Call See-Kan Rc&D Project Inc today to discuss potential environmental projects in our community.
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS).
This report is generated from publicly available government data and does not constitute legal or medical advice. For current site-specific information, visit EPA Superfund.